11.f 7 to 20 April – Together with Elina

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Nachikatsuura city

Quite unsure whether to call it Nachi or Katsuura … but it is the end of that stretch of Kumano Kodō. Just down from the pagoda, waterfall and taisha (shrine). Where we overnighted before another half day in the train to return to Megumi and Noriko Ishida in Gifu.

The cat that did not want to move…
Another royal diner!
Japanese love cars… but you usually see modern classy or sportive cars: Lexus,Porsche,Toyota Crown,Ferrari…
Our top service tour includes rented bikes… but no navigator!!
Family size shipyard…
Port exit to ocean is very discreet
Assuming this is art retro…
Mystery what can fit in so narrow buildings.
The place we were staying at also did some catering… here a special order of o-bentos
Well sheltered port
Although it looks like a tiny town and small port… this is one of the largest fleet of tuna fishery!
A small hot water source directly in the Pacific Ocean… the man was preparing this natural pool for his grandchildren.
Likely it was cheeky of us to get in and look around…
Lady using hot spring water which is let to run out freely at certain hours.
and on the way back, again time for more emails…

Back to Gifu

Just time for a walk around the Ishida’s home and get more hints about region north of Kyoto.

Walking with Ume, a dog that does not want to walk much… he needs distractions!
And when nothing else seems to work… food is usually the last resort !
Ever seen a water bottle for dogs??
and then down.
Hélène walking a dog… unbelievable!
We went up!
down to a dam and its lake
Young leaves and fruits of what looked very similar to maple tree…
Small Buddhist temple at end of lake. Kannamiji temple
Then back home under light rain
Mr. Mouth Open and Mr. Mouth Shut.

We had still a bit of time with Megumi and Noriko before heading for Kyoto and surroundings. Time to admire Megumi’s collection of tools / toys!

A big thank you to Noriko and Megumi for your hospitality, visits and advice!
we feasted on the last breakfast – a full meal.

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